Welder / Metal Fabricator - Fabrication | Machine Shop
South Burlington, VT
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT – 01-7004 Machine Shop /
Full Time Non-Exempt /
On-site
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
A team member in the welder/fabricator role is responsible for various types of metal fabrication preparation, welding, and weld finishing operations to manufacture products to drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction. They are also motivated and enthusiastic about safety, quality, and creativity of the team. They would support the process of fabricating/modifying test fixtures, tooling, structures, vehicles, and planes to support the future of electric aviation in an R&D and Production capacity. Beta is a fast paced company, all jobs have a sense of urgency.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Proficient in assigned fabrication techniques
- Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum, and some exotic materials
- Working knowledge of fixtures and fabrication set-up parameters
- Conventional and precision measuring instruments
- Process inspection, certification, and documentation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety and Housekeeping
- Other duties as assigned by the area lead
- High energy, self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of relevant fabrication experience (welding, shearing, sawing, grinding, and cutting)
- Self-starter that is well organized, disciplined, team player and well versed in structural analysis
- Good team communication skills required
- Working knowledge of basic hand tools
- Knowledge of cutting operations
- GMAW of steel (short circuit & pulse transfer)
- FCAW of steel
- GTAW of steel, aluminum, & stainless steel
- Google G -Suite including drive, mail, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, charts, hangouts; slack, application lifecycle
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
- 10 years of relevant fabrication experience (welding, shearing, sawing, grinding, and cutting)
- GTAW of titanium in an inert chamber
- SMAW (steel, aluminum, & stainless steel)
- Electric/Hydraulic Ironworker knowledge, training, & usage
- Advanced knowledge in CNC Machinery (Vertical Bandsaw, Plasma Table, Press Break, &/or Waterjet Cutting)
- Crane/Rigging knowledge,training, & usage
- Forklift knowledge,training, & usage
- Technician level knowledge & usage of ERP systems
- AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certifications up to 1” Steel
- AWS D17.1 Aerospace Welding Certification for 6G Stainless Steel
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to talk or hear. The individual frequently is required to sit. The individual is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The individual must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and explosives. The noise level in the work environment across Beta is usually moderate. However, in this instance this job it is required to wear proper ear protection due to the time and decibel level the team is exposed to.
$26 - $30 an hour
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.
Build electric airplanes with us!
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
